35 Reviews of Property 248287 in Mendocino, California

My husband and I spent three nights here in celebration of our 30th wedding anniversay. What a wonderful treat. So many places that we have gone to do not quite measure up to the pictures on the web site....but the pictures on this web site do not do justice to this great place.
When we arrived there were homemade cookies and granola waiting along with every amenity you can imagine. Barry and Wendy have thought of it all.
The suite is very clean and even though we had not met before, they treated us like family.
We watched river otters in the cove from our chairs outside, a long tailed weasel ran along the edge of the property right in front of us. We watched osprey fly by with a fish for their young, saw sea lions swim by, a coyote hunting on the hill across the cove and could see whale spouts and tails through binoculars and the scope that is provided. Hummingbirds flitted and fussed nearby and wild turkeys took a turn about the larger property from time to time.
There is ultimate privacy if that is what you want or plenty of places to enjoy the social and shops in nearby Mendicino.
We would highly recommend Abalone Arch!!

We celebrated our 30th anniversary with a 4 night stay in Sonoma and a 3 night stay at Abalone Arch. The drive to Mendocino from Sonoma was breath taking.....mountains, wine country, redwood forest and finally the ocean! Abalone Arch is unlike any place we have ever seen or stayed at. The listing description, photos and reviews are all accurate but this is a place you have to see (and hear) to believe. We did not want to leave the room or the outside sitting area because the view and sound of the crashing waves are both relaxing and intoxicating. Abalone Arch is immaculate, comfortable and stocked with CD's, books, recommendations of area sights, food and beverages, and every ammenity you can think of. It is a piece of heaven on earth and the most peaceful place we have ever had the good fortune of visiting. Thank you Wendy and Barry for your thoughtful consideration of your guests needs and for so generously sharing your oceanfront oasis.

My wife and I stayed at Abalone Arch for four nights during our three week tour of Southern Oregon and Northern California in May, 2011. During our trip we stayed at some wonderful places and saw some spectacular sights - but this spot was a highlight. Everything was first class. Wendy and Barry obviously tried to think of everything, including complementary wine, beer, cheese, etc. in the refrigerator. The appointments were perfect. We slept (wonderful bed) with the door open to hear the ocean crashing on the rocks below. In addition to the information on sightseeing, hiking, etc. provided in binders in the room, Wendy and Barry were very helpful and thoughtful. On one morning, when we were heading out to do laundry, Wendy saw us leaving and offered to do the laundry for us while we went exploring - way above and beyond the call of duty. We travel a lot and it is such a pleasure to to come across a place like this one. It will occupy a very pleasant spot in our memories.

My husband and I stayed for 2 nights ( May 26 & 27) and we had a fabulous time. The owners were wonderful and the property is GORGEOUS!! The views are incredible. We would sit in the chairs and watch the ocean from outside on the porch or inside the guest suite. The owners had the kitchen stocked with treats (homemade cookies and granola) and they even had Peets coffee with real milk and half and half in the fridge. Looking forward to going again soon.

Wendy and Barry have created a gorgeous property in the waterfront home. We have been coming to Mendocino since 1985 and these are the most gorgeous accommodations we have had. Why did it take so long to find you!!! Everything is top class...attention to every detail, warm, comfortable and with a view that can't be compared. Loved the oatmeal cookies, stocked refrigerator and fantastic shower with a window to the outside. We cannot wait to visit them again!

Abalone Arch is a sense of awe that stays with us. More than a month since our vacation to the Mendocino coast, and we can still call to mind every delicious detail--from the homemade treats to the authentic warmth (of both the room and the amazing hosts). The only challenge was figuring out how to divide our attention between the majestic ocean (practically at our feet), and the easy ambience of the room with its endless smile-generating touches. Some might say we happened upon this marvelous cottage during the only weather that could dampen a vacation (drizzle, clouds, and wind), but WOW what a great effect! The spray of ocean against rock was all the more captivating, the nooks and crannies of our warm, spacious room were perfection, and we still ventured out into the town with gleeful abandon--and a charming loaner umbrella. By the way, did we mention what fantastic hosts you'll have? You will be pleasantly surprised.

There were so many unique shops--and shopkeepers--to visit. And we returned to our haven at the end of the day to revel in the exquisite privacy, the cheese, wine, board games, fireplace, a grand hot shower with incredible view, and an ocean lullaby.


Nearly every day we are reminded of the joy of that inspiring place. We still have giddy conversations about it and we have tried several times to make cookies like the ones that were served there in an abalone shell. We have come to accept that will simply have to stay there again and again, for the cookies, and a for thousand other reasons.

Abalone Arch was everything we had hoped and more....from the second we got there, we knew it would be special! It took us at least an hour to just get over the view and the surroundings...we were speechless. Hugh fresh strawberries, fresh homemade cookies, cold beer/wine, and cheese were all waiting for us!! Wendy and Barry are the most gracious of hosts who were there if we needed anything, but also gave us immense privacy. The room is wonderful, the bed is awesome, the indoor shower has a floor to ceiling ocean view, and the outdoor shower is an experience YOU MUST TRY! And did I say privacy?? Even though everything is open and windows are everywhere, you are completely secluded indoors and out. We spent hours sitting outside in the adirondak chairs enjoying a beer, the view, and great converstion...very romantic!!! We did take short trips to go hiking, out to eat, and site see...but honestly, we were most happy to just hang out at the cottage. We will return...not soon enough though! Thank you Wendi and Barry!!!

My wife and I wanted a place where we could relax and have a great time. What we found was more than that......alot more. The place is absolutely beautiful. The view of the ocean is unbelievable, the room was very nice, no detail left unturned! The room, bathroom and grounds were very clean! Wendy was very welcoming and friendly and we loved it! Mendocino is a small town, and we had a very nice sunny day and great view of the stars on our recent stay. We tried the outdoor shower, it was great! The privacy is so nice, your own outdoor area, like having your own small house with the best view ever. We will return soon!

Thanks again!